]]>0andyhttp://www.michell-engineering.co.uk/?p=9822011-12-19T11:57:37Z2011-12-19T11:57:37ZWe are delighted to announce that the Orbe SE has won the recent group test in the January edition of the UK’s HiFi Choice Magazine. Although the competition was fierce, the Orbe SE (fitted with Techno Arm “A“) beat off the competition to take the coveted Grouptest Winner badge.

We are delighted to announce that the Orbe SE has won the recent group test in the January edition of the UK’s HiFi Choice Magazine. Although the competition was fierce, the Orbe SE (fitted with Techno Arm “A“) beat off the competition to take the coveted Grouptest Winner badge.

Pitched against five of the strongest contenders in the £2,000 to £4,950 price category including VPI Classic, Clearaudio Performance SE, Inspire Eclipse SE V2, Pro-ject RPM10.1 and Roksan Xerxes.20plus, the Orbe SE once again proved what a classic and timeless design it is. Summing up the Orbe SE, Jason Kennedy wrote, “It has a breadth and appeal that none of the alternatives could quite match which is impressive to say the least.”

In concluding the test, Kennedy says, “The Orbe SE manages to do everything well and at a competitive price, considering the quality of the sound, build and engineering.” He continues, “It avoids the leanness found in other pacy designs with a deep, calm bottom end that’s rich in texture and throws up a full-scale, three-dimensional soundstage that invites you to walk right in.”

]]>0andyhttp://www.michell-engineering.co.uk/?p=9602011-10-18T20:04:53Z2011-10-18T20:03:21ZWe are delighted to announce that the Gyro SE with Techno Arm A has won the Best Turntable Over £1,000 in this years HiFi Choice Awards. The UK publicatication recognised the Gyro SE’s continued development over the original model yet still proclaimed that it is ‘still the turntable to beat.’

We are delighted to announce that the Gyro SE with Techno Arm A has won the Best Turntable Over £1,000 in this years HiFi Choice Awards. The UK publicatication recognised the Gyro SE’s continued development over the original model yet still proclaimed that it is ‘still the turntable to beat.’

Commenting on the Gyro SE’s award, HiFi Choice said ‘The evergreen Gyrodec saw off all-comers in our Blind Listening Group Test (HFC 345). Although the Michell has been around for decades, the soundness of the design and continuous small improvements mean this is still the turntable to beat. We love the sheer musicality of the Michell, the tuneful and textured bass and the sense of entertainment it brings to all forms of music. We also love the looks and rock solid build quality. The Gyrodec proves that age is no impediment to being an award winner.’

This is yet another fantastic award for the Gyro SE and we are particularly pleased that this ground-breaking product is still making waves over 25 years since it’s launch.

]]>0andyhttp://www.michell-engineering.co.uk/?p=9192011-08-03T07:45:32Z2011-07-25T16:46:44ZWe were delighted to see that What HiFi? Sound and Vision had included the Orbe SE in the recent Ultimate Guide To High End – their periodic supplement dedicated to High End Audio packaged with the September issue of the magazine.

We were delighted to see that What HiFi? Sound and Vision had included the Orbe SE in the recent Ultimate Guide To High End – their periodic supplement dedicated to High End Audio packaged with the September issue of the magazine.

Included in the round up of the best turntables available, What HiFi? commented, “Michell’s Orbe has been made for well over a decade – and despite myriad improvements, it costs just 10 per cent more now than it did way back then. Compare that to the doubling (or more) on price of its peers and it’s amazing just what value this turntable represents.”

In concluding the test, the What HiFi? team summarised “The Orbe was a great deck 10 years ago and it’s an even better buy today. There’s nothing to criticise here. If you want a top-class deck, you won’t regret buying this.”

The September issue of the magazine is out now and you can read the original review on Whathifi.com.